The Advantages of Dental Veneers

It’s no secret that a great smile boosts your confidence, but the opposite can be true as well—if you’re self-conscious about your smile, it may leave you feeling less than your best. Fortunately, there are many ways to improve your smile, one of which is dental veneers. This popular cosmetic treatment comes with some significant benefits. 

1. Quick fix

Veneers—thin pieces of porcelain that are glued to a tooth’s surface—are a fast and easy fix for many dental issues, including:

• Gaps between teeth

• Chipped teeth

• Missing teeth

• Stained teeth

• Misshapen teeth

For those who wish to avoid braces, veneers are an especially great option. They offer an instant solution instead of months of treatment. Veneers can be placed and customized in just two office visits.

2. Minimally invasive

Dental veneers are less invasive than other restorative procedures. The dentist only needs to remove ½ mm of a tooth’s surface to place a veneer, which is significantly less than would be removed for a crown. Veneers help preserve or replace tooth enamel, and little or no anesthesia is required.

3. Easy to care for

Veneers don’t require any special maintenance. A good oral care routine, including daily brushing and flossing, will keep them healthy and strong.

4. Durable

Veneers typically last 10–15 years with proper care, making them a great long-term solution. Veneers can be expensive, but many patients view them as a worthwhile investment.

5. Aesthetically pleasing

Veneers are a sure way to enhance your smile. They resemble natural teeth, but their shape and color are tailored to your smile to make it as attractive as possible. Veneers are more durable and stain-resistant than natural teeth, which protects them from cavities and helps retain whiteness. Patients with veneers avoid the need for regular whitening treatments.

If you have additional questions about the benefits of veneers or wonder if they’re right for you, give us a call today at (801) 317-4407, or stop by our office!